tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37387439534468773242024-03-05T15:36:39.930-08:00Chocolate CakeIt's all about the time I spend baking, cooking in my little kitchen with the help of 2 pairs of little handsMr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-36330877046227828502010-04-02T09:23:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.334-07:00Baby Einstein, caterpillar and iPhone cupcakesParis-based <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Little%20Miss%20Cupcake">Little Miss Cupcake</a> bakes up some of the cutest custom cupcakes around! Here's some of her handiwork, via her <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/catbeurnier">Flickr account</a>. See <a href="http://www.littlemisscupcake.eu/">www.littlemisscupcake.eu</a> for ordering information.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/catbeurnier/4445734506/" title="Baby Einstein Cupcakes by LittleMissCupcakeParis, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4017/4445734506_3ec034fdc3_b.jpg" width="400" height="280" alt="Baby Einstein Cupcakes" /></a><br />Baby Einstein caterpillar, star and finger puppets, part of a larger order birthday order. These are Chocolate Squared, Chocobutter, Vanilla Lovers, Strawberry Berry Berry Good, Gimme Smore, and Cookies n Cream cupcakes.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/catbeurnier/4444961785/" title="Caterpillar! by LittleMissCupcakeParis, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4062/4444961785_315ecb0e1b_b.jpg" width="400" height="280" alt="Caterpillar!" /></a><br />I couldn't resist a closeup of the caterpillar - so cute!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/catbeurnier/4446677663/" title="iPhone Birthday by LittleMissCupcakeParis, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4059/4446677663_6c8d5360b8_b.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="iPhone Birthday" /></a><br />These are Lemon Tart and 16H Gouter cupcakes with hand-made sugarpaste app buttons: SMS, Calendar, Photos, Camera, Remote, Notes, Paris metro, Weather, Phone, Calculator, Jott, App Store.Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-48932504313533151462010-04-02T09:20:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.362-07:00The Easter Bunny exists (in cupcake form)Yay for Easter bunny cupcakes...so adorable. I think Easter is bringing out the cutest cupcakes of the year! These are by <a href="http://www.heavenlybitescakes.com/">Heavenly Bites Cakes</a> via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/heavenlybitescakes/4479079809/in/pool-82187133@N00">Flickr</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/heavenlybitescakes/4479079809/" title="Easter Cupcakes by heavenlybitescakes, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/4479079809_33efa94043.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="Easter Cupcakes" /></a>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-46632949195974728792010-04-02T08:38:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.379-07:00Cute spring pastel flower mini cupcakesThese cupcakes are by <a href="http://nutmegconfections.blogspot.com/">Nutmeg Confections</a> via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/46048028@N07/4479952157/">Flickr</a>.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2785/4479952157_d0389cca0f_b_d.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4017/4479949701_52a62aee22_b_d.jpg" width="400" height="320">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-37941297719572177972010-04-01T17:22:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.395-07:00April Fool's Day TV dinner cupcakesSome fun April Fool's Day TV dinner cupcakes by Winona, Minnesota custom cupcake company <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Mon%20Petit%20Cupcakes">Mon Petit Cupcakes</a>, via their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Winona-MN/Mon-Petit-Cupcake-LLC/56524653602">Facebook page</a>. I'll have more on them tomorrow but wanted to share this timely photo. For ordering information, contact owner Jennifer Rogers at monpetitcupcake at yahoo.com or 507-358-8504 and you can also follow <a href="http://twitter.com/monpetitcupcake">@monpetitecupcake on Twitter</a>.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2506/4482077499_7ff51c768a_o.jpg" width="400" height="300">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-35929520055308478892010-04-01T16:01:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.617-07:00Gary Vaynerchuk custom Crush It! cupcakesRutherford, New Jersey bakery <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Sweet%20Avenue%20Bake%20Shop">Sweet Avenue Bake Shop</a> is famous for putting images on cupcakes, such as the <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2009/11/team-jacob-and-team-edward-twilight.html">stars of <i>Twilight</i></a>. Recently, they did cupcakes for WineLibraryTV video blogger <a href="http://garyvaynerchuk.com/post/107300929/crush-it-why-now-is-the-time-to-cash-in-on-your">Gary Vaynerchuk</a>, author of <i>Crush It! Why NOW Is The Time To Cash In On Your Passion</i>, for a book signing he did. I'm going to see if Gary will give us a little insight into the increasingly popular cupcake and wine pairings.<br /><br />You can read more about the book at publisher <a href="http://theharperstudio.com/authorsandbooks/gary_vaynerchuk/the-book/crush_it/">HarperStudio</a> and buy it from <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0061914177?ie=UTF8&tag=rachelkramerbuss&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0061914177">Amazon</a>. I haven't read it so can't speak to the book but I imagine it has some helpful advice for anyone looking to pursue a business in cupcakes, or anything entrepreneurial.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4018/4482847044_d7626403bb.jpg"><br />photo via <a href="http://img28.yfrog.com/i/czg.jpg/">@winelibrary at Yfrog</a><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4482847048_03d0fa864f_o.jpg"><br />photo of Gary Vaynerchuk with <i>Crush It!</i> cupcake by <a href="http://www.quintanomedia.com/">Anthony Quintano</a><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4060/4482249297_5fef2b4d52_o.jpg"><br /><br />Visit <a href="http://www.sweetavenuebakeshop.com">www.sweetavenuebakeshop.com</a> or call 201-935-BAKE (2253) or email info at sweetavenuebakeshop.com to get your own custom photo cupcakes. You can also follow them on <a href="http://twitter.com/sweet_avenue">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/sweetave">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://sweetavenuebakeshop.com/blog/">their blog</a>.<br /><br />Below is their banana cream pie cupcake...looks delicious! Available Tuesdays and Thursdays in April.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4067/4482847046_86ff834105.jpg">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-13509268381316030672010-04-01T15:38:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.631-07:00Strawberry mania and color-coordinated Peeps cupcakes at Wink Cupcakes, SeattleThese strawberry cupcakes and Peeps cupcakes are by Seattle's Wink Cupcakes, via their <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wink-Cupcakes/108792961916">Facebook page</a>. They did not have either of these when I <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/02/double-frosted-ice-cream-cone-cupcake.html">visited their bakery</a>, but they did have adorable ice cream cone cupcakes, which is something I rarely see. My phone battery died just as I was eating their ice cream cupcake, so I couldn't properly capture my surprise, or the frosting on my nose, when I found out there was frosting <i>under</i> the cake. I'm using a photo from their site to illustrate the inside - it was quite something.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2675/4482884732_35acf35694.jpg"><br />inside the Wink Cupcakes ice cream cone cupcake<br /><br />The strawberry cupcakes are available by special order until they're fully in season, according to their <a href="http://winkcupcakes.com/strawberry.php">blog</a>.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2706/4482089455_f32451a0e9.jpg"><br /><br />I love how the Peep and frosting colors match!<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2513/4482089457_2e34766ab4.jpg"><br /><br />The ones below were for a media appearance - how cute is the chick hatching?<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4482884728_9e5c4692ab.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4015/4482884730_ef6b0642dc.jpg"><br /><br /><a href="http://www.winkcupcakes.com">Wink Cupcakes</a><br />1817 Queen Anne Ave N<br />Seattle, WA 98109<br />206-856-1600Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-18691890675954872402010-04-01T10:17:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.644-07:00Easter toffee apple cupcakesHow fun are these Easter toffee apple cupcakes and pretty pastel flower cupcakes by blogger <a href="http://toriejayne.blogspot.com/2010/03/easter-cupcakes.html">Torie Jayne</a>? See more Easter cupcakes and cupcake liners at her blog.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3584/3431674008_14a72abdf7.jpg" width="400" height="300"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3613/3442496588_af379ce22d.jpg" width="400" height="300">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-86771994942713030402010-04-01T09:30:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.657-07:00Sugar and Spice Review Miami's Buttercream Cupcakes and Coffee<i>This is a guest post from Sugar and Spice, two ladies from Miami who love cupcakes as much as we do.</i><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVe1fwdcHyHTZDfyf4nH5czoGrXjncm8Z6oKFxGi1tqUZtWlGBMwLQrt2-fYJUVYvGR0nJ-bZjPNe1WHaZ7V6ekx-8ksH_hfzBnlJyxVeAxwdNynsCZidVDXCYjqEywZqNv_1COGZoIJP-/s1600/buttercream+046.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVe1fwdcHyHTZDfyf4nH5czoGrXjncm8Z6oKFxGi1tqUZtWlGBMwLQrt2-fYJUVYvGR0nJ-bZjPNe1WHaZ7V6ekx-8ksH_hfzBnlJyxVeAxwdNynsCZidVDXCYjqEywZqNv_1COGZoIJP-/s320/buttercream+046.JPG" /></a><i> </i><br />Sugar and I visited <a href="http://www.buttercreamcupcakes.com/">Buttercream Cupcakes & Coffee</a>, owned by wife and husband team Kristine Graulich and Jose Cuellar. The shop itself is warm and inviting. The minute you open the front door you are hit with the warm aroma of baking cupcakes and brewing coffee. Jose and Kristine are friendly, and very welcoming, despite a rash of what seems to be cupcakery spies who have even taken pictures of their ovens and kitchen layout. [People this is NOT cool!] Sugar and I tried several of their cupcakes: vanilla, chocolate chocolate, vanilla oreo, chocolate coconut, triple chocolate, and lastly the most perfect red velvet cupcake to ever have touched our lips!<br /><br />The cupcakes all have a moist, dense texture that Buttercream is known for. All of the frosting flavors were very rich and had a slight tang to them. Perhaps it is from buttermilk or cream cheese? To be honest, the vanilla was a great cake, but the frosting was a bit overbearing. The cake definitely can stand alone without the very rich and slightly tangy frosting. The chocolate chocolate is a moist, rich chocolate chip studded cake that is almost brownie-like in texture with an uber-rich chocolate frosting. The triple chocolate is one of Sugar’s favorite flavors. It had a very rich and chocolaty overall taste. The chocolate sprinkles actually taste like chocolate instead of sugar as most other sprinkles do.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBm-eOrTGH97wsdwLWs49NIrAbM0utqYIEO57pcuE-KLrihMDP78_eNgbHm8NNCzWnhyrMnKz-zZ9CkVcbOcdjjMamOUagRv6e6U_09XbT4bhEV_xWZE9ZFHg6N-evjGqIffrM6bWZ6NqI/s1600/buttercream+055.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBm-eOrTGH97wsdwLWs49NIrAbM0utqYIEO57pcuE-KLrihMDP78_eNgbHm8NNCzWnhyrMnKz-zZ9CkVcbOcdjjMamOUagRv6e6U_09XbT4bhEV_xWZE9ZFHg6N-evjGqIffrM6bWZ6NqI/s320/buttercream+055.JPG" /></a></div><br />All of the other cupcakes must be jealous of the red velvet. The red velvet from Buttercream Cupcakes has changed our cupcake lovin’ lives!!!! We have been converted! I realize that I just hadn’t had the right red velvet cupcake before, and I have had more than my share! Perhaps they should be renamed red velvet magic, or red velvet miracles. No, we’re not stopping short of the word MIRACLE. The cake is dense and moist, with a very tender crumb and gently crisp top dome. You can actually taste both the vanilla and the cocoa. The real question is what does Kristine do to her red velvet magic cupcakes? The mystery haunts us every night since we have eaten one. I lie in bed thinking buttermilk? Simple syrup? Cream cheese? And the only way for me to truly find out is to go and taste them again and again and again. I don’t even need the frosting;as a matter of fact, you can scrape it right off! The red velvet miracle cake doesn’t need any frosting, it’s just fine on its own. We recommend that everyone who is in Miami go to <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2008/04/cupcake-interview-with-owners-of.html">Buttercream Cupcakes & Coffee</a>, located at 1411 Sunset Drive in Coral Gables, and taste what red velvet cupcakes are supposed to be.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlB1O60YrkvbY8YilMQUN0qUAD3RZvqkP4Yq3dlKFEPlBfoF-TSnP9iv1igwf9jb-EHreUEiVOXSOMHucIssfQpIyheYs1ODS7nH2oz0MUhBw0jRu7MpTUwpzuqBXUSYjIeT3FXBa_A9al/s1600/buttercream+045.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlB1O60YrkvbY8YilMQUN0qUAD3RZvqkP4Yq3dlKFEPlBfoF-TSnP9iv1igwf9jb-EHreUEiVOXSOMHucIssfQpIyheYs1ODS7nH2oz0MUhBw0jRu7MpTUwpzuqBXUSYjIeT3FXBa_A9al/s320/buttercream+045.JPG" /></a></div>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-18662188205466253282010-04-01T09:16:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.673-07:00Bunny ears and Peeps: Easter cupcakes at Gigi's CupcakesVia <a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=3827580&id=86339406333">Facebook</a>, these Easter cupcakes are available at Gigi's Cupcakes in Chattanooga.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4482063898_64e240312b_o.jpg" width="400" height="280">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-80705713263578809232010-04-01T07:56:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.686-07:00Cute Easter cupcakesAll these fun Easter cupcakes are by <a href="/4480802814/sizes/m/in/set-72157623744803116/">ashleycupcakes on Flickr</a>. See more in <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ashley-cupcake/sets/72157623744803116/">this photo set</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ashley-cupcake/4480153031/" title="Easter Party Cupcakes by ashleycupcakes, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4017/4480153031_cb7f943a87_b.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Easter Party Cupcakes" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ashley-cupcake/4480784514/" title="Easter Party Cupcakes by ashleycupcakes, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4480784514_bfce9270a0.jpg" width="375" height="500" alt="Easter Party Cupcakes" /></a><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2733/4480802814_f281ffe2c2_d.jpg"><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ashley-cupcake/4480143735/" title="Easter Party Cupcakes by ashleycupcakes, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2785/4480143735_01db752d3b_b.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Easter Party Cupcakes" /></a>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-86283516650731267492010-03-31T23:20:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.703-07:00April 2010 cupcake calendarSend any events we missed or May 2010 event details (must include date/time, address, event name, price, URL, 2-3 sentence description and, if applicable, jpeg) to cupcakestakethecake at gmail.com OR leave in the comments - see RSS calendar at right for ongoing 30-day links, we update that as events come to our attention. We welcome international event listings. Please note: events are listed at our discretion.<br /><br /><b>April 1, 12:30 pm<br />Cupcake decorating demo, Macy's City Center, Philadelphia</b><br /><br />Free mini cupcakes plus flower cupcake demo by A Cupcake to Remember. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.acupcaketoremember.com/News_Events.html">Click here</a> for details.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4002/4475805395_dd8bf8f0a1.jpg"><br /><br /><b>April 2, 8 pm<br />Johnny Cupcake Suitcase Tour kickoff, New York City</b><br /><a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/johnny-cupcakes-suitcase-tour-unpacks.html">Click here</a> for full tour dates (nationwide)<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4417672140_85113cfcbc_o.jpg" width="400" height="300"><br /><br /><b>April 5<br /><i>What's New, Cupcake?</i> book tour kickoff</b><br />Houston, Texas<br /><a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/whats-new-cupcake-book-tour-and-tv.html">Click here</a> for full tour dates<br /><br /><a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/whats-new-cupcake-book-tour-and-tv.html"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdItdcZhiQIkH7annCblpknQFGmyYPgwyv9V6vyqTCJrM6ce4Iup9AD6pQEFKIC7TcyjTYN75HeXsDbpptkdPjpCdXSyxuYHANiGZxYj81TdelnXTihNPiaOTV2qbY6tGPADI68CAzYdqd/s400/Tack-What'sNewCupcake.jpg"></a><br /><br /><b>April 5, 6 pm<br />Iron Cupcake Chicago: Cookies</b><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHXxAx9WDFhSgiXtLsF4LHQIUDMs0jZlPKSqXawuXggKJMhJLdIRWsseHCYO2aBdQxLGCfnXyLfdFwaenJhPcUEjwj0g62mF_-fvJUuTgOwi1YdEhpax-4JwX56OTEEQCfbCCtut8tEmSC/s400/ic+april+flyer.jpg"><br /><br />Email beautifulcakes at sbcglobal.net or <a href="http://www.beautifulcakeschicago.com/2010/03/got-milk.html">click here</a> for more information.<br /><br /><b>April 9, 7 pm<br />CupcakeCamp NYC</b><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwRWUZVXfJJSn2bXL4jU-NYY0LnRsdzE8NaMuZHF6MLpT9_y8cDzjjLTHM2N_qOy4F5z5MjLvQNTtCT9GRDcTAuUyLGdayT5I632WrPUim0Tkd7s7CYWT5w_-17iqPuwb8hXQKGF5z4_cl/s320/worldsfaircupcake5.jpg"><br /><br />See <a href="http://cupcakecampnyc.blogspot.com">cupcakecampnyc.blogspot.com</a> for details.<br /><br />Happy Ending Lounge, 302 Broome Street, New York<br /><br /><b>April 10, 11 am<br />CupcakeCamp Seattle</b><br /><br /><a href="http://cupcakecampseattle.com">Click here</a> for more information.<br /><br />WHEN: Saturday, April 10, 2010 11am-2pm<br />WHERE: 415 Westlake Ave Seattle, Washington, 98109<br />WHY: Because who doesn’t love cupcakes? Plus we will have some fun competitions and a fundraiser for Hope Heart Institute<br /><br />The concept for Cupcake Camp originated in San Francisco and promotes a true spirit of community and sharing, and Cupcake Camps now happen around the world and come in a wide variety of flavors and sizes. The most essential feature of a Cupcake Camp is that it brings together people to share their love of cupcakes!<br /><br />Cupcake Camp Seattle is presented by Bella Cupcake Couture as a delicious celebration of this small coveted treat. Completely volunteer run and organized in an open and participatory manner, our first Cupcake Camp Seattle raises funds for Hope Heart Institute.<br /><br /><b>April 10, 1-4 pm<br />Cupcakes for Cures, Asheville, NC</b><br /><br />Charity cupcake event at The Grove Park Inn. <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/cupcakes-for-cures-charity-cupcake.html">Click here</a> for more information.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2723/4472864475_a887c9ec2a_o.jpg"><br /><br /><b>April 10, 1 pm<br />Los Angeles Cupcake Meetup: Big Man Bakes</b><br /><br /><i>Real men bake cupcakes? Well, that seems to be the case at Big Man Bakes in Downtown L.A., where they specialize in traditional Southern Cake!<br /><br />Minis cost only $1 (or 6 for $5) and XL cupcakes are $3.25 each. Flavors include Red Velvet, Carrot Cake, Double Chocolate, Old School and Coconut</i><br /><br />Big Man Bakes<br />413 S. Main Street<br />Los Angeles, CA 90013<br />213-617-9100<br /><br /><a href="http://www.meetup.com/LACupcakes/calendar/13031182/">Click here</a> to RSVP.<br /><br /><b>April 11, 12-3 pm<br />Cupcakes Take the Cake Meetup, Denver - 2 locations</b><br /><br />Join Cupcakes Take the Cake blogger Rachel Kramer Bussel for cupcakes, cereal and chat at this cupcake meetup. No RSVPs, just show up! (Email cupcakestakethecake at gmail.com if you have any questions.)<br /><br />12-1:30: <a href="http://www.theshoppedenver.com">The Shoppe Denver</a><br />first dozen cupcakes free courtesy of Cupcakes Take the Cake<br /><br />The Shoppe Denver<br />3103 East Colfax Avenue<br />Denver, CO 80206<br />303-322-3969<br />Theshoppedenver at yahoo.com<br /><br />1:30-3, <a href="http://www.lovelyconfectionsbakery.com/">Lovely Confections</a><br />first dozen cupcakes free courtesy of Cupcakes Take the Cake<br /><br />Lovely Confections<br />1489 Steele St., Unit C <br />Denver, CO 80206<br />720-524-7770 <br /><br />photos below via Lovely Confections:<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4058/4480016427_fc99500eed_b.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4007/4480015871_1430f048b4.jpg"><br /><br /><b>April 11, 1-3 pm<br />Iron Cupcake Toronto: Coffee</b><br /><br /><a href="http://fortheloveofcake.ca/cupcakes/ironcupcake/">Click here</a> for more information.<br /><br />Judges: Byron Cunningham – President and CEO Plant Bean, Pauline Cunningham, Ben Kaplan and Melissa Long both reporters for the National Post’s Arts and Life section<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2724/4480040973_3c021a2d6a_o.jpg"><br /><br /><b>April 11, 6 pm<br />Iron Cupcake Leeds (UK): Retro Sweets</b><br /><br />Upstairs at The Adelphia.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.ironcupcakeleeds.co.uk/index.html">Click here</a> for details.<br /><br /><b>April 15<br />CupcakeCamp Boston</b><br /><br />CupcakeCamp is a free and open gathering of people who enjoy cupcakes. Attendees are encouraged to bring cupcakes. <br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCb1be8j7apgGNnCJjHCb2kincMGQTwq2GfyVTcViM0NyqM9KrM66cI_bq3NxSpy5LTTdQxeg5XmF1JLBa5ys9oK_qvdciqsvAp1Rx_N7iWI2P3JAmuhD7bZ2CmLZiO12d0pzrIkO7bAw/s320/CupcakeCamp+poster.jpg"><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCb1be8j7apgGNnCJjHCb2kincMGQTwq2GfyVTcViM0NyqM9KrM66cI_bq3NxSpy5LTTdQxeg5XmF1JLBa5ys9oK_qvdciqsvAp1Rx_N7iWI2P3JAmuhD7bZ2CmLZiO12d0pzrIkO7bAw/s320/CupcakeCamp+poster.jpg">Click here</a> for more information.<br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFu4D6LZvW4p7YqizdhtHB35Fa9T5Tn3WfjAngY2ZjJQJqIPmSOWjgtsipMRVcbqNtFT5q3T1ywYcidPYy6PUFQnBAGpob5H_vrimi-IKmU1iHmIpOsoc7fcJkg-Rrn5nVh53Bi2NDc5k/s320/Whoopiepic.jpg"><br />Petsi Pies cupcake<br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy94r7lZ1lRfke2UtT2Yj84XE4FNHwyE856p0x8FyEDPoA8b24TpmmhFdpDWgucbEiIzN-_OdspsYOJDNMgT94x6DeVnq6rbfN05G2NAyMpnJrkejCaNxkdxY4-PJlGBnUeLzOjXJ9zVo/s320/Treat+pic+2"><br />cupcakes by Treat Cupcake Bar<br /><br /><b>April 17, 1-4 pm<br />Cupcake Business Class by Cupcakes Take the Cake, Philadelphia</b><br /><br />See <a href="http://www.meetup.com/cupcake/calendar/13036029/">Meetup.com</a> to sign up.<br /><br /><b>April 19, 6:30-8:30 pm<br />Cupcake Baking class with The Robicellis, Brooklyn</b><br /><br /><i>This month we're happy to welcome Allison and Matt Robicelli whose innovative cupcakes have won them a cult following in New York City. Allison and Matt will go over the finer points of cake baking, covering the fundamentals of the process, which they will demonstrate step-by-step to turn non-bakers into bakers. They will then discuss the pros and cons of two different methods for making cake, creaming and oil-based, and of course, go over buttercream. Students will go home with recipes, a belly full of cupcakes, and the confidence to bake perfect cake at home with ease.</i><br /><br />$40; <a href="http://www.thebrooklynkitchen.com/web-store/classes/2737-419-cupcakes-class-monday-630april/">click here</a> to register<br /><br />The Brooklyn Kitchen, 100 Frost Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211<br /><br /><b>April 24<br />Cupcake Eating Contest, Ivy Bakery, Brooklyn</b><br /><br />see <a href="http://www.ivybakery.com">www.ivybakery.com</a> for details<br /><br /><b>April 25, 3 pm<br />Iron Cupcake Milwaukee: Cheese</b><br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLGyfyKL9qruFvDjSHIz1A_-d3jnuzQ3VKvoV-WOvAsHHVSszfOaEB062huRhELY8OKPsTvBNqThff3kRBjuBgLaiKnumcJjSoCtQNjuj2w79EXmZ2sQ5JHJez0mcxhYsMQ0vA91oe6eWz/s1600-r/ICM_CHEESE_210.jpg"><br /><br />See <a href="http://www.ironcupcakemilwaukee.com/2010/03/icmcheese-challenge.html">ironcupcakemilwaukee.com</a> for details.<br /><br />IronCupcake:Milwaukee<br />CHEESE Challenge<br />with WI Milk Marketing Board, Larry's Market & Holland's Family Cheese<br />RUMBLE at the Harley-Davidson Museum<br />400 W Canal St<br />.Milwaukee, WI 53201Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-38639136520705696222010-03-31T14:57:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.721-07:00What is "the new cupcake?"The Gloss <a href="http://thegloss.com/odds-and-ends/what-is-the-new-cupcake-macarons-pie-donuts-heroin/">takes a look</a> at the many, many media outlets, such as the <i>Miami New Times</i> ("Cutesy cupcakes are as outdated as truffle oil. All over the country, these ubiquitous mini-cakes are being supplanted in popularity by the donut") that are asking what's "the new cupcake?" Answers range from donuts to macaroons to whoopie pies, but we around here know that cupcakes are, in fact, "the new cupcake."Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-25674455520703874002010-03-31T14:42:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.735-07:00Tulip, duckling and more flower cupcakesI saw this cute tulip and duckling cupcake at <a href="http://partycupcakeideas.com/tulip-and-duckling-cupcake/">Party Cupcake Ideas</a> and couldn't resist it's cuteness; the photo is by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rabi/497011248/">wockerjabby on Flickr</a>. I love how you can see all the sugar crystals, and how simple but very fun and attention-getting the designs are.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/195/497011248_666babfab6_o_d.jpg" width="400" height="300"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm1.static.flickr.com/224/497010970_d832c30677_o_d.jpg" width="400" height="300"><br />via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/rabi/497010970/">Flickr</a>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-65489153661534876372010-03-31T13:51:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.878-07:00What's New, Cupcake? book tour and TV datesAuthors Karen Tack and Alan Richardson are about to go on a big book tour for their latest, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/054724181X?ie=UTF8&tag=rachelkramerbuss&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=054724181X"><i>What's New, Cupcake?</i></a> (<a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/cute-cupcake-recipes-from-new-cookbook.html">click here</a> for some photos and recipes from the book, and we'll have more soon). Visit their <a href="http://www.hellocupcakebook.com/">official site</a> for cupcake decorating tips and tune in tomorrow to the <i>Today Show</i> for special April Fool's Day cupcakes.<br /><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdItdcZhiQIkH7annCblpknQFGmyYPgwyv9V6vyqTCJrM6ce4Iup9AD6pQEFKIC7TcyjTYN75HeXsDbpptkdPjpCdXSyxuYHANiGZxYj81TdelnXTihNPiaOTV2qbY6tGPADI68CAzYdqd/s400/Tack-What'sNewCupcake.jpg"><br /><br />New York City<br />TODAY Show, demo/interview, April 1, 4th Hour<br /> <br />New York City<br />Fox & Friends, demo/interview, April 2<br /><br />Houston, TX<br />Central Market, Cooking Demo and Class, April 5, 6:30pm<br /> <br />Austin, TX<br />Central Market, Cooking Demo and Class, April 6, 6:30pm<br /> <br />Dallas, TX<br />Central Market, Cooking Demo and Class, April 7, 6:30pm<br /> <br />Ft. Worth, TX<br />Central Market, Cooking Demo and Class, April 8, 6:30pm<br /> <br />San Antonio, TX<br />Central Market, Cooking Demo and Class, April 9, 6:30pm<br /> <br />Palo Alto, CA<br />Sur la Table, Cooking Demo and Class. April 11, 12:00pm<br /> <br />San Francisco, CA<br />Sur la Table (Union Square), Cooking Demo and Class, April 12, 6:00pm<br /> <br />Fairfield, CA<br />Jelly Belly Factory, Cooking Demo, April 13, 1:00pm<br /> <br />Kansas City, MO<br />Webster House w/Rainy Day Books, Cooking Demo, April 15, 1:30pm<br /> <br />New York City<br />Barnes & Noble, 66th and Broadway, Cooking Demo, April 17, 2:00pm<br /> <br />Scottsdale, AZ<br />Sur La Table, Cooking Demo and Class, April 19, 6:00pm<br /> <br />Denver, CO<br />Tattered Cover (Colfax/Uptown), Cooking Demo, April 20, 7:30pm<br /> <br />Apex, NC<br />A.C. Moore, Cooking Demo and Class, April 24, 12:00pm<br /> <br />Cary, NC<br />A.C. Moore, Cooking Demo and Class, April 25, 12:00pm<br /> <br />St. Louis, MO<br />Left-Bank Books, Cooking Demo, April 27, 7:00pm<br /> <br />St. Louis, MO<br />L'Ecole Culinaire, Cooking Demo and Class, April 28, 10:00am<br /> <br />Toronto, Canada<br />Media Day, May 5<br /> <br />Paramus, NJ and Hartsdale, NY<br />Chef Central, book signing, May 8, 11:00am and 2:00pm<br /> <br />Manhasset, Long Island<br />Sur La Table, Cooking Demo and Class, May 11, 6:00pm<br /> <br />Toms River, NJ<br />Ocean County Library, book signing and demo, May 13, 7:00pm<br /> <br />Philadelphia<br />Sur La Table, Cooking Demo and Class, May 14, 6:30pm<br /> <br />Marlton, NJ<br />Sur La Table, Cooking Demo and Class, May 15, 11:00am<br /> <br />Canton, CT<br />Sur La Table, Cooking Demo and Class, May 18<br /> <br />Chicago, IL<br />Sweet & Snacks (formerly All Candy Expo), May 23-27<br /> <br />Milwaukee, WI<br />Iron Cupcake: Earth / Hearts for Haiti Event, May 28-30Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-82615249849943587232010-03-31T12:58:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.895-07:00Cotton candy Easter mini cupcakes at Baked by MelissaNew York's <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Baked%20by%20Melissa">Baked by Melissa</a>, which has a window in SoHo and a shop on 14th Street near Union Square, is serving up cotton candy mini cupcakes in pretty pastel colors for Easter. Visit <a href="http://www.bakedbymelissa.com">www.bakedbymelissa.com</a> or call 212-842-0220 for ordering information.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4041/4479273560_9e0c42a7de_o.jpg" width="400" height="480">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-44269449059107436572010-03-31T10:06:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.909-07:00Mini marshmallow lamb cupcakesThese mini marshmallow lamb cupcakes are so cute! Get the recipe at <a href="http://www.food2.com/recipes/lamb-mellow-cupcakes">Food2.com</a>.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2696/4479551780_b000d5dfb4_o.jpg" width="400" height="300">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-48400443755756567562010-03-31T08:56:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.924-07:00Coconut Easter basket cupcakes and pastel spring cupcakesChicago's <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Sugar%20Bliss%20Cake%20Boutique">Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique</a> is serving up some special Easter cupcakes (they will be closed on Easter Sunday and are open Saturday 9 am to 3 pm). Visit <a href="http://www.sugarblisscakes.com">www.sugarblisscakes.com</a> for more information. Regular size cupcakes are $40/dozen and mini cupcakes are $15/dozen.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4056/4478752089_96a8005492_o.jpg" width="400" height="320"><br />These Easter basket cupcakes are available from today through April 3rd. They are: "Vanilla Coconut and Chocolate Coconut cupcakes topped with green coconut shavings and topped with jelly beans."<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4055/4478752085_15cd933de3_o.jpg" width="400" height="314"><br />These spring cupcakes are also available through April 3rd: "Black & White and Vanilla Vanilla cupcakes with pastel vanilla buttercream."<br /><br />You can also follow Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chicago-IL/Sugar-Bliss-Cake-Boutique/112770184658?ref=ts">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/sugarblisscakes">Twitter</a> and on April 6th at noon can catch owner Teresa Ging at noon at Macy's State Street offering a dessert demo using KitchenAid. They're also eco-conscious: they sell a $5 tote bag that holds up to a dozen mini cupcakes and if your bring it back for a cupcake refill you get 20 cents off your order and as we all know, every penny counts.Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-21446803162376469492010-03-31T07:43:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.942-07:00Chocolate ganache macaroon flourless cupcakes, chocolate peanut butter & more at Tee & CakesBoulder, Colorado bakery <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Tee%20and%20Cakes">Tee & Cakes</a> posted on <a href="http://www.teeandcakes.com/2010/03/easter-flavors/">their website</a> on March 26th:<br /><br /><i>Perfectly tasty seasonal cupcakes. For the next week, we’ll have these cupcakes available at the shop. They go fast, so come by at 11am or feel free to pre-order. 720-406-7548.</i><br /><br />They look delicious! It doesn't say for sure but I'm assuming the flourless chocolate cake is kosher for Passover (note that some bakeries are selling <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/kosher-for-passover-cupcakes-at-cupcake.html">Passover cupcakes</a> but they are not technically kosher for Passover, so ask if this is a concern). See <a href="http://www.teeandcakes.com">www.teeandcakes.com</a> for store information.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4478606373_4e9a5bcd7f_o.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br />Flourless Chocolate Cake with Macaroon and Chocolate Ganache.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4038/4478606371_d3f8d40090_o.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br />Chocolate peanut butter<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4011/4478606377_e8c7fc7b00_o.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br />Pistachio<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2692/4478606379_ce65db3b91_o.jpg" width="400" height="280"><br />Carrot cupcakeMr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-57500173139590446722010-03-31T07:34:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.957-07:00Rubber ducky cupcakes by Whipped BakeshopPhiladelphia custom cupcake and dessert company <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/search/label/Whipped%20Bakeshop">Whipped Bakeshop</a> whipped up these adorable rubber ducky cupcakes (via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sweetsbyzoe/4479018786/in/pool-cupcakestakethecake">Flickr</a>). See <a href="http://www.whippedbakeshop.com">www.whippedbakeshop.com</a> for ordering information.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sweetsbyzoe/4479018786/" title="Rubber Ducky Cupcakes! by Whipped Bakeshop, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4479018786_7f89d3c62c_b.jpg" width="400" height="396" alt="Rubber Ducky Cupcakes!" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/sweetsbyzoe/4478393345/" title="Rubber Ducky Cupcake! by Whipped Bakeshop, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4478393345_c7c261cd48_o.jpg" width="400" height="396" alt="Rubber Ducky Cupcake!" /></a>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-45760446545826413942010-03-31T07:15:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.970-07:00Waiting For Mr. Darcy With Cupcakes<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/stayforlunch/4478969006/" title="waiting... by stay for lunch?, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4026/4478969006_94ddf96e9d.jpg" width="455" height="405" alt="waiting..." /></a><br /><br />This is for all the <a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112130/">Pride and Prejudice</a> fans-- adorable illustration was sent via email and drawn by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/people/stayforlunch/">Stay for Lunch</a>, a self-described compulsive doodler.Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-6841272183354207422010-03-30T08:52:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:50.985-07:00Cupcake Business Class on April 17 in Philadelphia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqyTW7azXaEPw2MyW9l8FHgvADNwR_mhsIwF_vS5nr102kFv8qIP4d3s5HqZSdT3RpDXqs6exVBkgRr77BQ9QbsqNXBDIaxaZQjlAU0y9sI5qFZT_daZ3ZyHpiiVx2ry0tw43TAqt2oGc/s1600/cupcakep.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqyTW7azXaEPw2MyW9l8FHgvADNwR_mhsIwF_vS5nr102kFv8qIP4d3s5HqZSdT3RpDXqs6exVBkgRr77BQ9QbsqNXBDIaxaZQjlAU0y9sI5qFZT_daZ3ZyHpiiVx2ry0tw43TAqt2oGc/s1600/cupcakep.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqyTW7azXaEPw2MyW9l8FHgvADNwR_mhsIwF_vS5nr102kFv8qIP4d3s5HqZSdT3RpDXqs6exVBkgRr77BQ9QbsqNXBDIaxaZQjlAU0y9sI5qFZT_daZ3ZyHpiiVx2ry0tw43TAqt2oGc/s400/cupcakep.png" width="317" /></a></div><br /><br />Burgeoning bakery business owners, <br />Rachel and I are taking the <a href="http://www.boltbus.com/">Bolt Bus</a> down to Philadelphia to teach our Cupcake Business Class on Saturday <b>April 17th</b>. The Cupcake Business Class will focus on branding, building buzz and social media. We will have a local baker from the Philadelphia area to speak as well. The class will be at <a href="http://www.indyhall.org/">Independents Hall</a> which is at 20 North 3rd Street and will last three hours.<br /><br />To make the class more interactive, please <a href="http://www.formspring.me/CTTC">submit cupcake business questions</a> prior to class. We may not have all the answers, but at least we can see what you are looking for and direct the discussion. Register now on our <a href="http://www.meetup.com/cupcake">Cupcake Meetup</a> page.<br /><br />Feel free to bring some of your own cupcake creations for the class to try. See you in Philly!Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-33516842929734768952010-03-30T07:51:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:51.239-07:00Learn how to make flower cupcakes Thursday at Macy's Flower Show (Philadelphia)This just in, from custom cupcake company A Cupcake to Remember:<br /><br /><i>A Cupcake to Remember, a custom catering business specializing in cupcakes will have a demonstration on how to decorate Flower Themed cupcakes. Millie Colón (owner) will share ideas on how to create Cupcake Flower Pots with crushed oreo cookies, colorful fondant flowers and flowers made with buttercream.</i><br /><br />When: April 1st @ 12:30pm<br />Where: Macy's Center City Philadelphia 3rd Floor (1300 Market Street)<br />Free mini cupcakes for attendees<br /><br />Here are two examples of A Cupcake to Remember's flower cupcakes:<br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4044/4475807113_5b3003e1c0.jpg"><br /><br /><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4002/4475805395_dd8bf8f0a1.jpg" width="400" height="470"><br /><br />See <a href="http://www1.macys.com/store/event/index.ognc?action=locatorSearch&ZipCode=&City=philadelphia&State=PA&Submit.x=19&Submit.y=11">Macy's</a> and <a href="http://www.acupcaketoremember.com/News_Events.html">A Cupcake to Remember</a> for more information. You can contact A Cupcake to Remember at Millie at acupcaketoremember.com or 646-338-7236.Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-51292474292051276942010-03-30T07:30:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:51.255-07:00Cupcakes for Cures charity cupcake event April 10thCupcakes for Cures is a special event taking place April 10th in Asheville, North Carolina, to raise money to cure cancer. It takes place from 1 to 4 pm at The Grove Park Inn (290 Macon Avenue) and looks like a great event. Visit <a href="http://www.cupcakesforcures.com/">www.cupcakesforcures.com</a> for more information.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2723/4472864475_a887c9ec2a_o.jpg" width="400" height="290"><br /><br />From their press release:<br /><br /><i>Professional bakers, amateur bakers and youth bakers will compete for bragging rights and fantastic prizes all while raising funds to find cures for cancer. Bakers can enter multiple culinary creations in true Asheville categories: Best Beer Cupcake, Best Gluten-Free Cupcake, Best Holiday and Special Occasion Cupcake, Best Birthday Cupcake and Best Local Foods Cupcake. Bakers should visit www.cupcakesforcures.com to enter. The deadline for entries is Wednesday, April 6 at 5:00pm.<br /><br />The Grove Park Inn, www.bakeitpretty.com, and Greenlife Grocery are major sponsors of the event and will send judges to the competition. The Grove Park Inn is the host sponsor and is providing the grand prize, their Bed, Breakfast and Dinner for Two Package. Other judges include Marcianne Miller, author of The Artful Cupcake: Baking & Decorating Delicious Indulgences and Mackensy Lunsford, food editor for Mountain Express.</i><br /><br />There's also an <a href="http://www.cupcakesforcures.com/postcard.php">e-card</a> you can send to let people know you're competing.<br /><br />Check out the <a href="http://www.cupcakesforcures.com/bakers.php">specifics</a> on the category competition, especially the beer one:<br /><br /><i>* Best Birthday Cupcake: a cupcake that screams birthday to someone who’s 5 or 50.<br /><br />* Best Gluten-Free Cupcake: a cupcake that excludes ingredients derived from gluten-containing cereals: wheat (including kamut and spelt), barley, rye, and triticale.<br /><br />* Best Holiday or Special Occasion Cupcake: Halloween, 4th of July, Weddings and Baby Showers, there are so many occasions to enjoy cupcakes.<br /><br />* Best Savory Cupcake: a non-dessert cupcake that sounds more like an entrée than a cupcake<br /><br />* Best Beer Cupcake: Asheville is Beer City USA after all. Two requirements for this category: beer is used as an ingredient and only contestants 21 years and older can enter a cupcake in this category.<br /><br />* Best Local Foods Cupcake: a cupcake with one or more local ingredients, i.e. ingredients grown and produced within 100 miles of Asheville</i><br /><br />You can also <a href="http://www.facebook.com/cupcakesforcures">fan Cupcakes for Cures on Facebook</a> and we look forward to hearing how it went and posting photos from this exciting event.<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2697/4473641728_db16015d85_o.png">Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-4257979631127852762010-03-30T07:07:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:51.271-07:00Easter cupcakes galore: Peeps, chicks and bunnies at Hoosier HomemadeCan we please get a collective "awwww..." for the <a href="http://hoosierhomemade.com/cupcake-tuesday-easter-cupcakes/">beautiful Easter cupcakes</a> collected over at Hoosier Homemade? Please go there for more information. Photos via <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34870691@N07/">Hoosier Homemade on Flickr</a>. The second one below, with the bunny ears, is my favorite!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34870691@N07/4475592733/" title="Easter Cupcakes by HoosierHomemade_latham, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4006/4475592733_8a47804c61_o.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Easter Cupcakes" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34870691@N07/4476369898/" title="Easter Cupcakes by HoosierHomemade_latham, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4476369898_0182a88275_o.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Easter Cupcakes" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34870691@N07/4475592765/" title="Easter Cupcakes by HoosierHomemade_latham, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4008/4475592765_9abc01c15d_o.jpg" width="400" height="300" alt="Easter Cupcakes" /></a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/34870691@N07/4475592749/" title="Easter Cupcakes by HoosierHomemade_latham, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4048/4475592749_d5e24cee84_o.jpg" width="325" height="403" alt="Easter Cupcakes" /></a>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3738743953446877324.post-15877026868781770902010-03-30T04:13:00.000-07:002010-04-02T12:47:51.286-07:00Reminder<div style="text-align: center;">Don't forget to enter to win our <a href="http://www.themerrymartini.com/">Merry Martini</a> <a href="http://cupcakestakethecake.blogspot.com/2010/03/merrymartini-giveaway.html">giveaway</a>, ending tomorrow, March 31, at 5:00 pm.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/cupcakestacie/4444513673/" title="Red Velvet Cupcake mix by Stacie Joy for CTTC, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4039/4444513673_2949452857.jpg" alt="Red Velvet Cupcake mix" height="280" width="400" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/cupcakestacie/4444512769/" title="Red Velvet Cupcake mix by Stacie Joy for CTTC, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4444512769_d72fcd95bb.jpg" alt="Red Velvet Cupcake mix" height="280" width="400" /></a><br /></div>Mr_trezhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14975831596854751781noreply@blogger.com0